The Way Back San Diego

The Way Back San Diego is a nonprofit, state licensed residential addiction treatment program in San Diego, California, offering drug and alcohol rehab for adult men.

Located at 2516 A St, this 30 bed program provides withdrawal management and residential care for substance use disorders, including cooccurring mental health conditions.

As a county contracted, Medi Cal funded program, The Way Back focuses on evidence based, trauma informed care that supports long term recovery.

CBT, DBT and MI

Care follows ASAM criteria, beginning with withdrawal management (ASAM 3.2) when medically necessary and continuing through low-intensity (ASAM 3.1) and high intensity (ASAM 3.5) residential treatment.

Length of stay is based on each man's progress rather than a fixed timeline.

Clients can expect continuous assessment, individualized treatment planning, weekly individual counseling, education and clinical groups, case management, peer support and discharge planning.

The program blends CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, relapse prevention, Twelve Step Facilitation, SMART Recovery and holistic offerings like mindfulness and yoga.

Quick Facts About The Way Back San Diego

• Location: 2516 A St, San Diego, California 92102
• Levels of care: Withdrawal management and low and high intensity residential treatment
• Who they treat: Adult men over 18 with a substance use disorder, including cooccurring mental health disorders
• Approach: Evidence based and trauma informed care, with 12 Step, non 12-step and spiritually flexible programming
• Payment options: Accepts Medi-Cal; county funded with reduced cost or free care for eligible clients
• Amenities: Shared rooms, communal living spaces, nutritious meals, and indoor and outdoor areas, with 24 hour staffing

Getting Started

To begin treatment at The Way Back San Diego, contact the program by phone or web form for an assessment.

Referrals are accepted from agencies, self help groups, and individuals throughout San Diego County and admissions staff can review programs, eligibility and payment options including Medi Cal.